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CONTROL MOSQUITOES

TIP ’n TOSS Mosquitoes breed in standing water. To reduce the mosquito populationaround your home and property, eliminate all standing water and debris.

Pool cover that collects

water, neglected swimming

pool or child’s wading pool

Trash and old tires;

Drill drain holes in bottom

of tire swings

Tree rot hole, hollow

stump or rain puddle

Repair missing,

damaged, or improperly

installed screens

Uncovered boat or boat

cover that collects water

Leaky faucet (repair ) or pet

bowl (change water daily)

Birdbath (change water

weekly) and garden pond

(stock with fish)

Any toy, garden equipment,

or container that

can hold water

Flat roof with

standing water

Clogged rain gutter

(home and street)

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LOCAL SITES WHERE MOSQUITOES BREED All mosquitoes need standing water to begin their life cycle. Locate all sites that hold water.

Drain, Fill, or Get Rid of Areas that Hold Water Containers that hold water

Swimming Pools — maintain with proper chemicals, cover or drain if not in use

Plastic sheeting or tarps used to cover yard items — pull tight so water won’t pool

Shallow edges of ponds — clear of plants and weeds

Clogged ditches and pipes — clean out leaves, dirt, and debris so water flows freely

Low places, tire ruts or puddles — fill with dirt or sand

Tree holes and hollow stumps — pack with dirt or sand

Leaky pipes and outdoor faucets — repair

Small areas of water that can’t be drained — treat with larvicides, follow label

instructions

Protect Yourself from Biting Mosquitoes Screens on windows, doors and porches — install or keep in good repair

Car windows and garage doors — keep closed at night

Overgrown shrubs, grass, weeds, vines and ground cover — trim or remove

overgrown plants that provide cool/dark/damp areas where adult

mosquitoes rest

Scented products — avoid using products that smell like fruit or flowers

Protective clothing — wear long sleeves, long pants and socks

Treat clothing and gear — use permethrin products on clothing, boots, tents or

purchase pre-treated items

Light-colored clothing — wear light colors, mosquitoes are attracted to dark colors

Insect repellent — use EPA-registered insect repellent containing DEET, IR3535,

Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus, or Picaridin according to label direction

Contact your Local Health Department with questions. Protect and Prevent.

Control Advice

Sites with Standing Water That May Breed Mosquitoes

MAN-MADE CONTAINERSCansBottlesBucketsFlower pot saucersPlant cuttings rooting in water Pet bowls or animal troughs TiresBirdbathsWheel barrowsChildren’s toys and wading pools Rain barrelsClogged roof gutters & downspouts BoatsJunk carsPlastic sheeting or tarps used to cover yard items

NATURAL CONTAINERSRock poolsTree holesStump holesBamboo stumpsMagnolia leavesBromeliad and Pitcher plants

NATURAL AREASGround poolsClogged ditches or streams Irrigated pastures or farmland River and stream floodplains Freshwater marsh and swamps Salt marsh marginsLake/Pond margins with plant growth

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Learn more about how to protect yourself from mosquito bites!Visit www.michigan.gov/emergingdiseases